How to: Solo Backpacking, Hiking, and Travel for Women
We interviewed well-traveled women to get the details on solo backpacking, hiking, and traveling. Get out of your comfort zone, enjoy solo female travel.
New and Noteworthy Gear: 10 Items that Belong in Your Quiver (Alpine 2019)
Our quarterly update on new and noteworthy gear. The Alpine 2019 edition brings you gear to get through those utterly cold summits.
6 Ways to Protect the Environment While Supporting Sustainable Brands
Protect the environment by supporting sustainable brands. Or thrift. Or vote. An in-depth look at how the outdoor industry supports sustainability.
Guide to Protecting a Guitar or Ukulele in the Backcountry
Musicians shouldn’t let inclement weather and the wilderness stifle songs. Here’s a beginner guide to protecting a guitar or ukulele in the backcountry.
The Ultimate Guide to Buying Gear on Steep and Cheap
Buying gear on Steep and Cheap can save you money. This in-depth guide explains how to navigate the site and sales for the best gear possible.
7 Epic Spring Hikes
Day hikes and overnight backpack trips abound in this roundup of epic spring hikes for 2016. Get a brief overview of the hikes and plan your next trip.
How to Calculate Backpack Weight with LighterPack
Want to calculate backpack weight more effeciently? LighterPack is a free, easy-to-use tool to get you there.
5 Pieces Of Backpacking Gear Worth Spending Money On
A comprehensive guide to the five pieces of backpacking gear worth spending money on.
Thru Hiking the Santa Monica Mountains: 67 Mile Backbone Trail is Complete
Thru-hike the Santa Monica Mountains with the Backbone Trail, 67 miles from Point Magu into Santa Monica, with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Guest Post: Dehydrated Food for Backpackers, A Long Term Storage Primer
Lee Flynn details the purpose and process of dehydrated food for backpackers. Shave some serious weight off your next trip.